Gifts, gratuities and hospitality

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability.

In 2024-25 we have not received any reportable gifts, gratuities, or hospitality.

What we do not accept

Staff, volunteers and contractors must not accept:

• Cash or cash-equivalent items (e.g. vouchers, gift cards, lottery tickets)

• Gifts offered in return for a favour, service, or preferential treatment

• Gifts or hospitality from anyone involved in a current or future procurement or contract

• Anything that could be seen as bribery or a conflict of interest

What can be accepted

Some low-value, one-off tokens of appreciation may be accepted, such as:

• A box of chocolates or biscuits donated to a fire station after an incident

• Small seasonal gifts from members of the public (e.g. Christmas cards)

• Modest refreshments offered during official meetings

Our commitment

• Record any gifts or hospitality in a publicly accessible register, updated regularly.

• Ensure all staff are aware of their obligations regarding gifts, gratuities, and hospitality.

Transparency and accountability

We will update this page when gifts and hospitality are received and recorded.

Until then, this statement reflects our current position: no reportable gifts, gratuities, or hospitality have been received.